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1. Before ‘two sessions’: China’s Politburo reiterates priorities for 2025
China’s top leadership has signalled its plans to double down on economic stability and quality development with tech advancements in 2025, at a meeting of the Communist Party’s 24-member Politburo on Friday.
2. Your best friend has abandoned you: inside China’s EU charm offensive
As US President Donald Trump takes a flame-thrower to relations with Europe, Chinese diplomats have been moving through the continent with a message: your best friend has abandoned you. Let’s uphold the multilateral order together.
3. China amends military regulations to emphasise the need for war readiness
Beijing has rolled out a series of amendments to its regulations on the People’s Liberation Army, putting a stronger focus on the importance of war readiness and overseas missions.